Cinnamon Honey Wings
Crispy wings coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy honey-cinnamon glaze.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack (optional)
- Measuring spoons
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings separated into drumettes and wingettes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Add chicken wings to the flour mixture and toss to coat.
- Arrange wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- While wings are baking, whisk together honey, melted butter, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and ginger in a small bowl.
- Once the wings are cooked, transfer them to a clean bowl.
- Pour the honey-cinnamon glaze over the wings and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Serve immediately.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve with celery and carrot sticks and a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing. For extra crispiness, place cooked wings on a wire rack while tossing with the sauce.
Wine Advice:
A slightly sweet Riesling or Gewürztraminer complements the sweet and spicy flavors.
Nutrition values
Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 20 g | Sugar: 25 g